Indian-Thai Navy participated in the first bilateral exercise "Ex-Ayutthaya”

Current Context: The Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy conducted their first bilateral exercise named “Ex-Ayutthaya” from 20 to 23 December 2023 in Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand.

• The name ‘Ex-Ayutthaya’ translates to ‘The Invincible One’ or ‘Undefeatable’, symbolizing the significance of two of the oldest cities, Ayodhya in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand.
• These cities hold historic legacies, rich cultural ties, and shared historical narratives dating back to several centuries.
• The Indian Naval ships Kulish and IN LCU 56 participated in the inaugural edition of the exercise.
• The Royal Thai Navy was represented by His Thai Majesty’s Ship (HTMS) Prachuap Khiri Khan.
• The exercise included surface and anti-air exercises, weapon firing, seamanship evolutions, and tactical maneuvers.
• The 36th edition of the India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was also conducted along with this maiden bilateral exercise
• The exercise aimed to boost operational synergy and progressively increase exercise complexity.

Question:

Q.1 What is the name of the first bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy?
a. Ex-Ayodhya
b. Ex-Ayutthaya
c. Ex-Invincible
d. Ex-Undefeatable